New Celtic boss Neil Lennon has confirmed his hopes of luring Tottenham striker Robbie Keane back to Parkhead.

Lennon has now confirmed he is looking to thrash out a deal with Spurs to secure him permanently.

"I'd love to have Robbie Keane back here. It'll be his decision," said Lennon. "Financially it'll be a big decision for us if we can pull it off.

"He was wonderful. He made a massive contribution. Not only on the field. He's got those leadership qualities that I'm looking for. He has that quality that we've been lacking this year and a half or so.

"If it's achievable then why not? It's not the type of signing I need. I need to strengthen in all areas. If I can get that one extra special signing then I'd be delighted. If I can't then I won't be too disappointed because I have to build a team."